Use managed extensibility of data models
Important
Some of the functionality described in this release plan has not been released. Delivery timelines may change and projected functionality may not be released (see Microsoft policy). Learn more: What's new and planned
| Enabled for | Public preview | General availability |
|---|---|---|
| Users by admins, makers, or analysts | Feb 2025 | Apr 2025 |
Business value
The managed extensibility of data models in Business performance analytics significantly enhances its business value by offering customers the flexibility to seamlessly integrate data from Dynamics 365 extensions and proprietary sources. This feature allows for a more comprehensive and customized data analysis, ensuring that all relevant information is included in decision-making processes. By enabling easy integration of additional data, businesses can achieve deeper insights, improved accuracy in reporting, and tailored analytics that meet specific business needs. This adaptability drives better strategic planning, operational efficiency, and supports continuous growth and innovation.
Feature details
By incorporating placeholder fields and empty star schemas, customers can map their unique fields, enabling customized and tailored analytics. This approach allows businesses to extend the BPA model to meet specific needs, facilitating deeper insights and more relevant reporting.
Enabled within Business performance analytics and a customer's Fabric license, this feature addresses the issue of extending the Business performance analytics data model written off Dynamics 365 finance and operations data to conform to additional data sources in Fabric. Ultimately, managed extensibility fosters a highly adaptable analytics environment, supporting personalized decision-making and driving business growth through tailored data integration.
